Man City whistleblower willing to help UK authorities; Ireland press conference storm and Dyche rumours in focus

Man City whistleblower latest

The Guardian understands that Rui Pinto has said he is willing to help UK authorities with a legal case related to Manchester City's financial affairs in exchange for protection, provided adequate security arrangements are in place. The report also says his leaks helped trigger the Premier League's investigation into Manchester City, and that more documents concerning City may be made available ^[2].

Ireland pre-match controversy

Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson admitted that Sunday's second game against Israel is "not going to be a friendly", following comments from the Israel camp after last week's match in Hungary ^[1]. Ireland's pre-match news conference then ended abruptly over accusations levelled at their players ^[3].

Transfer and club talk

At club level, one gossip item mentions that if Celtic need a mid-season change of manager, Premier League manager Dyche would be open to an approach from Celtic ^[4]. This remains speculation at this stage.

Other international news

After beating Erling Haaland's Norway, Wales have made avoiding finishing bottom of their Nations League group a major aim; for Wales, beating Denmark matters for their Euro 2028 hopes ^[5]. For Northern Ireland, Kieran Morrison impressed on his first international start and hopes to win the trust of manager Michael O'Neill ^[6].